Statement on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 8th September 2022 A statement from Councillor Christine Randall, Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber: “On behalf of Hull City Council and the people of the city, I would like to express our great sorrow at the news of the death of our Sovereign, Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. “Her Majesty carried out […] Read more Civic News Death of Queen Elizabeth II
New Hull library exhibition shows how creativity makes neighbourhoods thrive 8th August 2022 A free, new exhibition at Hull Central Library explores how shared creative processes, skills and values contribute to thriving commons neighbourhoods. We are Commoners launches on Wednesday 3 August and runs until Saturday 17 September 2022. It’s a thought-provoking national touring exhibition by Craftspace which highlights ‘acts of commoning’. These actions shape the way communities […] Read more Community and Living Education and Learning Leisure & Culture Libraries News What's on ArtArts and cultureArts Council EnglandcommunitiesCouncillor Alison CollinsonexhibitionHull Central Librarylibraries
Hull’s Museum Quarter Transformed for Festival of Archaeology 8th July 2022 Hull’s museum quarter will be transformed into a medieval encampment for the city-wide Festival of Archaeology. On Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 July, 11am – 3.00 pm, visitors can come face-to-face with knights in armour, a unit of archers, medieval residents of the street, craftspeople and musicians. There will also be the chance to participate […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning Leisure & Culture Museums News What's on Children and familiesCouncillor Alison Collinsonfamily activitiesfamily funFestival of ArchaeologyHCALHull Culture and Leisure
Weekly roadworks update – July 8 8th July 2022 Below is a breakdown of roadworks taking place across Hull over the next few weeks. All works are subject to change. For the latest updates: Follow @hullccnews on Twitter Follow the Hull City Council Facebook page Check one.network before travelling. Read more News Transport & Streets Hull weekly roadworks updateRoadworks
Space things up this Easter with Hull Museums’ free Science Spectacular! 8th April 2022 Budding young scientists are invited to get involved in a celebration of science at the Museums Quarter during the Easter holidays. Hull Museums have teamed up with the University of Hull, Explorer Dome, Science Made Simple, and more for an exciting 2-day Science Spectacular packed full of free bookable and drop in activities for all […] Read more Children and families Leisure & Culture Museums News What's on Children and familiesEasterEaster holidaysHull Culture and LeisureHull MuseumsMuseums QuarterStreetlife Museum
Weekly roadworks update – April 8 8th April 2022 It was announced this week that major works to reconstruct the carriageways and footpaths on Leads would begin later this month, as part of the Stoneferry Corridor project. The work will be in three phases and will take approximately 14 weeks, beginning on April 25. During phases 1 and 2, Leads Road will be closed […] Read more News Transport & Streets Hull weekly roadworks updateRoadworks
Hundreds of students take part in Hull’s first active travel festival 8th April 2022 More than 100 primary school students across Hull took part in the city’s first active travel festival in a bid to encourage healthier lifestyles. Schools including Bude Park Primary School participated in a host of educational activities which focused on three key active travel themes including health and wellbeing, the environment and road safety. The […] Read more Education and Learning News Regeneration Transport & Streets Bude Park Primary SchoolFirst Step SportsHull Active SchoolsModeshift STARS
Prizes awarded to the winners of Neurodiversity Celebration Week competition 8th April 2022 The winners of Hull City Council’s Neurodiversity Celebration Week competition have been selected. There were five entries that were chosen as the winners by the panel, with each winning £75 from the John Cracknell Youth Enterprise Bank. The competition invited young people aged 25 and under in Hull to produce an image to illustrate at […] Read more Business News Regeneration Councillor Aneesa AkbarCouncillor John FarehamFerens Art GalleryHull Culture and LeisureLord MayorLord Mayor Councillor Lynn Petrinineurodiversityschools
Hull Cruise Yorkshire proposed Preferred Partner published 8th March 2022 The council has today published a report requesting approval to appoint a Preferred Partner to the Hull Cruise Yorkshire project. If approved by the council’s cabinet, the decision would see Associated British Ports (ABP) appointed. The report will be heard at the council’s Riverside area committee and economy & investment scrutiny before a decision is […] Read more News Regeneration ABPAssociated British PortsCllr Daren HaleCruise Terminal HullhULL cRUISE yORKSHIRE
Arts Council England invites Hull Music Service to take a larger regional role 8th March 2022 Hull Music Service has been invited by Arts Council England to become lead partner for North East Lincolnshire Music Education Hub, in addition to being the lead partner for Hull Music Hub. James Dickinson, Head of Hull Music Service said: “This is not only an endorsement of our work in Hull, but it also opens […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News Arts Council EnglandCouncillor Shane McMurrayHull Music HubHull Music Service
Drop-in test clinics to mark HIV Testing Week 8th February 2022 National HIV Testing Week will be marked in Hull this week with a series of free, drop-in testing clinics. The sessions, which offer quick and confidential results, are taking place Monday to Saturday, with some sessions for young people only. They have been organised by the charity Mesmac, which provides a range of sexual health […] Read more Health and Social Care News Public Health
Food for fines: Have library fines waived and support local communities this Christmas 8th December 2021 Hull Libraries is using a fines amnesty to support local food banks and charities this Christmas. From December 1 until January 31, anyone returning books, films and other library materials will have their library fines waived. In return, Hull Libraries is asking users to donate food, toys and toiletries that will then be donated to […] Read more Customer Services Education and Learning Leisure & Culture Libraries News Councillor Aneesa AkbarCouncillor Marjorie BrabazonFood for finesHull Libraries
